CVE-2026-59261: OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can overri

Routine

HIGH 7.1UPGRADE

CVE-2026-59261 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.1) affecting openclaw. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials that should remain within trusted boundaries.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.1 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	0.3% (top 80%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-184, CWE-522
Published	2026-07-08
Last modified	2026-10-25

Publisher (CNA): VulnCheck · Vendor: openclaw

Last updated 2026-10-25 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-07-08 17:17 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-10-25 17:10 UTCUpdated Record last modified

openclaw openclaw UPGRADE

Affected: < 2026.5.28

Fixed in: 2026.5.28

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls openclaw

2. UPGRADE to 2026.5.28

npm install openclaw@">=2026.5.28"

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-59261?

openclaw: upgrade to 2026.5.28. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-59261 being exploited?

CVE-2026-59261 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-59261 affect?

CVE-2026-59261 affects openclaw. Severity is high (CVSS 7.1). OpenClaw before 2026.5.28 contains a credential exposure vulnerability where workspace dotenv files can override provider credentials. Attackers with lower-trust access to configured input paths can expose sensitive data and credentials tha

How urgent is CVE-2026-59261?

Priority 30/100. High severity

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